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SUMMARY:DOR: A Romanian Festival
DESCRIPTION:DOR: A Romanian Festival \n3rd Edition — “Rooted in Song: The Village Remembers” \nMusic4Romania (www.music4romania.org) warmly invites the Birmingham community and friends near and far to gather for the third edition of DOR: A Romanian Festival\, held at The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi (www.saintfrancisindiansprings.org)\, 3545 Cahaba Valley Road\, Indian Springs\, AL 35124\, on Sunday\, September 27\, 2026\, from 3:30 to 8:30 PM. Come spend an afternoon and evening steeped in Romanian music\, story\, craft\, and cuisine — everyone is welcome\, and all activities are free (except the seated dinner). \nThis year’s festival\, “Rooted in Song: The Village Remembers\,” turns to the oral and musical traditions that have carried Romanian village life forward across generations — and across the ocean\, including into diaspora communities like our own here in Alabama. Stories\, songs\, and ballads are the mortar of that village life\, passed hand to hand\, voice to voice\, heart to heart\, holding together everything that might otherwise be lost to time. From a solo violin opening to a candlelit closing\, from festive folk dance to quiet poetry\, the program traces how song has always been the village’s way of remembering itself. \nThrough an afternoon and evening of live performance\, hands-on workshops\, exhibits\, a seated Romanian dinner\, and a short award-winning film\, DOR hopes not only to celebrate Romania’s living heritage but to actively build cross-cultural understanding and connection. \nTo RSVP for the seated dinner ($25/adult\, children under 12 free)\, please click on this link https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dor-3rd-annual-romanian-festival OR email Dr. Alina Voicu at avoicu1970@gmail.com and pay by check made payable to Music4Romania\, mailed to The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\, 3545 Cahaba Valley Road\, Indian Springs\, AL 35124. Reservations and payment must be received by September 20. \nFESTIVAL PROGRAM \n3:30 – 4:30 PM – Romanian Tapestry \nThe journey opens with George Enescu’s Lăutarul(The Fiddler) for solo violin\, followed by an interactive country presentation on Romania’s journey from village to world stage — its art\, science\, poetry\, and people. Poet Alina Ștefănescu closes the session with an original meditation on village memory. \n4:30 – 5:15 PM – Featured Performance: Bucovina Folk Ensemble \nThe Atlanta-based Bucovina Folk Ensemble performs traditional Romanian dances and folk songs in full costume\, with audience participation including a Hora — everyone on their feet. \n5:15 – 6:30 PM – Workshops & Exhibits \nAll activities running simultaneously: \n#1. Mihaela Noroc Photo Exhibit \nEnjoy the photography of Mihaela Noroc\, acclaimed author of The Atlas of Beauty: Women of the World in 500 Portraits\, The Power of Women\, and Girls’ World. This year the exhibit features photographs of Romanian women only\, most in traditional costumes — unpublished work that will be part of Mihaela’s next book. \n#2. Sacred Traditions Exhibit \nA close\, contemplative look at Romanian Orthodox heritage — hand-painted icons in the traditional Byzantine style\, eggs decorated with centuries-old symbolic motifs\, and other sacred objects — carrying forward the thread of faith that runs through the whole program. \n#3. Mihaela Laslo Art Exhibit \nA beautiful display of angel art by Mihaela Laslo\, including her “Guardian Angel” collection\, featuring Romanian dress and motifs. \n#4. Folk Craft Table \nTry your hand at traditional Romanian folk crafts — string a mărţișor charm as a token of spring and renewal\, paint a wooden spoon or coaster with folk motifs\, or make a bookmark to take home a small piece of the day. \n#5. Children’s Corner \nA cozy stop for young ones and the young at heart\, featuring a reading of the beloved Romanian folktale Tinereţe fără bătrâneţe (Youth Without Age\, and Life Without Death)\, face painting\, and various arts and crafts activities. \n#6. Romanian Phrase Corner \nA playful first taste of the Romanian language — pick up a handful of everyday words and phrases with the help of friendly guides and printed cards. \n#7. Folk Costume & Dance Workshop \nEnjoy an exhibit of folk costumes\, learn a few basic dance steps with members of the Bucovina Folk Ensemble\, and strike a pose for a keepsake photo. \n#8. Silent Auction Benefiting Music4Romania (www.music4romania.org) \nBid on a curated selection of items donated in support of Music4Romania’s cultural and educational programs\, in Romania and here in Alabama. \n#9. Wild Forever Screening \nSettle in for “Wild Forever\,” Episode 3 of Charlie Ottley’s Wild Carpathia documentary series\, looping throughout the workshop hour for anyone who’d like a quieter seat — a journey through the painted monasteries\, wooden churches\, and living traditions of Maramureș and Bucovina. \n6:30 PM – Poftă Bună (Bon Appétit): A Seated Romanian Dinner \nJoin us for a seated dinner of traditional Romanian dishes\, shared around the table. Featured on the menu will be Ouă umplute (stuffed eggs)\, Salată de vinete (eggplant salad)\, Zacuscă (roasted vegetable spread)\, and Platou ţărănesc (rustic countryside platter) to start\, followed by Mămăligă cu brânză și smântână (polenta with cheese and sour cream)\, Tocăniţă de pui (chicken stew)\, and Sarmale (stuffed cabbage rolls)\, as well as assorted desserts and wine. Cost per person is $25.00\, children under 12 free. \nThe dinner reservation and payment deadline is September 20. Please RSVP and pay at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dor-3rd-annual-romanian-festival or\, to pay by check\, email avoicu1970@gmail.com and mail a check payable to Music4Romania to The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\, 3545 Cahaba Valley Rd.\, Indian Springs\, AL 35124. \n8:00 PM – Short Animated Film: Opinci / My Father’s Shoes (2019\, 18 min) \nAn 18-minute stop-motion short — directed by Anton and Damian Groves and illustrated by Maria Surducan\, winner of Best Film at the Transilvania International Film Festival and Clermont-Ferrand — that carries the day’s theme of storytelling passed between generations into its quiet\, closing chapter. \n8:20 PM – Carrying the Light \nThe evening closes as it began — with violin music featuring Ciprian Porumbescu’s beloved Balada\, a work of longing and beauty. Guests are invited to light candles and carry that light into the night. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFEATURED ARTISTS 2026 \nWe are beyond excited and most grateful to feature the creativity of the following artists on this year’s festival program: \nBucovina Folk Ensemble – Irina Milici\, Garofaș Milici\, Victoria Pauliuc\, Viorel Pauliuc — Facebook \nMihaela Noroc\, Photography – theatlasofbeauty.com \nMihaela Laslo\, Print Art — Facebook \nAlina Ștefănescu\, Poet – alinastefanescuwriter.com \nDaniel Szasz\, Violin – danielszasz.com \nFEATURED SCREENINGS \nOpinci / My Father’s Shoes — Romanian animated short\, Best Film TIFF 2019\, directed by Anton & Damian Groves \nWild Forever — documentary\, Charlie Ottley’s award-winning journey through the painted monasteries\, wooden churches\, and living traditions of Maramureș and Bucovina \nDOR: A Romanian Festival is part of Music4Romania’s ongoing series which aims to present uplifting events that speak the language of the heart\, bypassing any boundaries\, building bridges and uniting people from various backgrounds\, and carrying a message of hope and beauty for the future. All events are free but donations are gratefully accepted to benefit our educational and charity programs both in Romania and the US. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nPoster Art by Anamaria Stanciu-Barbul
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dor-a-romanian-festival-2/
LOCATION:Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\, 3545 Cahaba Valley Road\, Indian Springs\, 35124\, United States
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SUMMARY:Southbound Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 24 for the first annual Southbound Social at The Kelly -part of the Hosted Series with Southbound- an evening filled with good food\, good music\, and the kind of people who make Birmingham such a special place.We’re especially excited to welcome the amazing Chef Robbie Nicolaisen of The Hound in Auburn as our guest chef. He’ll be serving up a lineup of delicious small plates at Happy Hour prices\, paired with drink specials and music for a laid-back lobby party that we hope feels like a true gathering of friends.Whether you’re here for Southbound\, a Birmingham local\, or simply looking for a great night out\, we’d love for you to join us.The Kelly BirminghamThursday\, September 246–10 PMLet’s celebrate Southbound together.  \nSee less
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/southbound-social/
LOCATION:The Kelly Birmingham\, 2027 1st Avenue North\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival,Thursday Evening
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest-Kids Market
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest with a little kid-powered business fun! Young entrepreneurs will be setting up shop at the Oktoberfest Kids Market\, selling everything from handmade creations and tasty treats to toys\, games\, and more! They’ll meet customers\, earn money\, and get real hands-on experience running their own businesses. Come shop\, support these amazing kids\, and enjoy all the Oktoberfest festivities! \nAnd there’s still time for your child to be part of the fun! If they have a business idea or something they’d love to sell\, vendor registration is still open. Sign up today and let them experience being a young entrepreneur for the day!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/oktoberfest-kids-market/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Company\, 4500 5th Ave S Ste C\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Family Days,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Fun Outside,Shopping,Special Event,Youth
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SUMMARY:ARToberfest Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:ARToberfest: Sept. 4–5\, 2026\nWhy Join Us?\nBrand New Facility (2025): Fully indoor\, no weather worries\, and climate-controlled.\nPrime Location & Traffic: 10 mins north of Montgomery\, drawing from a 386\,000+ metro population (Montgomery\, Elmore\, Autauga counties and the cities of Montgomery\, Prattville\, Millbrook\, and Wetumpka\, AL). Alabama River Region\nConvenience: Ground-floor set-up with covered loading docks\, convienient hotels and free parking\nJuried Quality: Curated\, high-end\, original work.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/artoberfest-art-festival/2026-09-06/
CATEGORIES:Art,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T080000
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SUMMARY:ARToberfest Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:ARToberfest: Sept. 5–6\, 2026 10 Am to\nWhy Join Us?\nBrand New Facility (2025): Fully indoor\, no weather worries\, and climate-controlled.\nPrime Location & Traffic: 10 mins north of Montgomery\, drawing from a 386\,000+ metro population (Montgomery\, Elmore\, Autauga counties and the cities of Montgomery\, Prattville\, Millbrook\, and Wetumpka\, AL). Alabama River Region\nConvenience: Ground-floor set-up with covered loading docks\, convenient hotels and free parking\nJuried Quality: Curated\, high-end\, original work.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/artoberfest-art-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Festival
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SUMMARY:Tanabata Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama (JASA) and the Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens for a morning of Japanese culture and celebration in the Japanese Gardens! \nThis free\, family-friendly event invites you to experience the beauty of Japan’s summer festival through interactive activities such as the classic Japanese festival game yo-yo fishing\, and hands-on experiences like calligraphy and origami. Also take this time to marvel at the delicate beauty of bonsai displays and enjoy many performances. One of the festival’s most cherished customs is writing wishes on colorful strips of paper called tanzaku and hanging them on bamboo trees\, a practice believed to bring good fortune.   \nJoin us for this magical celebration and take part in a centuries-old tradition that continues to inspire people around the world. Whether you come to make a wish\, experience Japanese culture\, or simply enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends\, the Tanabata Festival promises an unforgettable experience for everyone!  \nTo learn more about the history of Tanabata\, or to see photos from the 2024 Festival\, check out the page on JASA’s website. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/tanabata-festival/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road Birmingham\, AL 35223\, 2401 Park Ln S\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Educational,Family,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Fun Outside,Nature
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SUMMARY:Marvel City Caribbean Food and Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The islands are coming to Bessemer! Join us June 6\, 2026 for our 13th Annual family friendly Celebration of Caribbean culture with live music\, great food\, dancing\, interactive events and don’t forget the costume parade starting at noon. \nIt’s a day in the park you don’t want to miss starting at 11:00am with line dancing and ending at 9:00pm with live music performances.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/marvel-city-caribbean-food-and-music-festival/
LOCATION:DeBardeleben Park  1623 2nd Avenue North  Bessemer\, AL 35020\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T100000
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Folk Festival is Back and Better than Ever!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Birmingham Folk Festival! Bring the whole family to experience an unforgettable day of live music\, local arts and crafts\, fun activities\, and delicious food—all in beautiful historic Avondale Park. The festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026\, and best of all\, it’s still FREE for everyone. Tune into to BirminghamFolkFest.org for updates on performers\, stages and activities… \nWe’re also looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s festival our best yet! To get involved\, visit BirminghamFolkFest.org and select “Volunteer Application” on the main page. \nBirmingham Folk Festival\, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting unity and strengthening our community through the arts. We believe music has the power to bring people together and celebrate the rich diversity of our city—and we can’t wait to share that spirit with you again this year.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-folk-festival-is-back-and-better-than-ever/
LOCATION:Avondale Park\, Avondale Park\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amphitheater,Events,Family Festival,Festival,Food Trucks,Fun Outside,Music,Playground
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SUMMARY:Join us for the 5th Annual Birmingham Folk Festival!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fifth annual Birmingham Folk Festival! Bring the whole family to experience an unforgettable day of live music\, local arts and crafts\, fun activities\, and delicious food—all in beautiful historic Avondale Park. The festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday\, May 16th\, 2026\, and best of all\, it’s still FREE for everyone. Stay tuned for updates on performers\, stages and activities… \nWe’re also looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s festival our best yet! To get involved\, visit BirminghamFolkFest.org and select “Volunteer Application” on the main page. \nWant to help keep the festival free and accessible to all? Consider donating or becoming a sponsor! Learn more by visiting the “Support” tab at BirminghamFolkFest.org. \nBirmingham Folk Festival\, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting unity and strengthening our community through the arts. We believe music has the power to bring people together and celebrate the rich diversity of our city—and we can’t wait to share that spirit with you again this year.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/join-us-for-the-5th-annual-birmingham-folk-festival/
LOCATION:Avondale Park\, Avondale Park\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family Festival,Festival,Food Trucks,Music
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2026. Our festival is the largest vegan fest in Alabama. This FREE event is open to everyone\, 11am-5pm\, Sunday\, May 3rd\, at Cahaba Brewing Co. \nWe will showcase the booming local vegan scene\, so there will be a heavy emphasis on local food trucks\, popups\, and other vegan-friendly vendors. Also\, there will be plenty of traveling vendors with some great booths and food trucks. \nWe will also have DJ BRX on the beats\, face painting\, and more!. There will be multiple vegan door prizes\, worth hundreds of dollars\, given away each hour\, so stop by the Birmingham Vegan booth at the main entrance of Cahaba Brewing Co. to sign up for a chance to win! \nHere are some of the awesome folks you’ll see at the Birmingham Vegan Fest:\nSometimeatarian\nConscious Living LLC\nSolcial Veg\nFevers Plant Based Foods\nOh My Cod Vegan Seafood\nNew China Town\nImagine Vegan Cafe\nFresh 22 ATL\nAfya Bites\nSlutty Vegan Birmingham\nVujee Vegan\nHappi Pappi Beignets\nUncle G’s Pizza\nDivine Plant-Based Cuisine\nSuperior Vegan\nGageZ Cafe\nGOAP / The Creamy Spot\nSweet Rain Vegan Bakeshop\nJamies Cookie Dough\nVelvet Kake\, LLC\nTasteNCTreats\nAdored Sweets\nAromas from Home\, LLC\nTarez Kitchen\nNaughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co.\nShaejaes Wellness\nEden’s Farmacy\nAquality Farms\nHeyDay Greens\nShe is Candles\, LLC\nKhemistry Kandle\nSOC7ETY Artisan Candle Co.\nKing’s Olive Oil Company\nCantey Foundation Specialist\nBubble Nuggets\nAlexsandra Rose Skin &Wellness\nKissed By The Gods LLC\nYolaine’s Enhancing Skincare Products\nBrianna’s Natural Infusions\nNature’s Butterfly Kisses\nSoulSistah3.0\nThe Veggie Taste\nGuaranteed Comfort\nSheaReneProducts&Gourmettreats\nCurry’s Corner\nStory Time Ink\nGood Karma Eco Shop\nCentral Alabama Pride\nFull Circle Farm Sanctuary\nHappy Cow and Friends Hangout\nGraybloom Farm Sanctuary \nEvent Location: Cahaba Brewing Company \nAlso\, our host Cahaba Brewing Co. is very supportive of the vegan community\, and almost all their beers are vegan (exceptions are any milk stouts or honey beers). All of their cocktails\, mocktails\, non-alcoholic beers\, and THC drinks are vegan\, too! \nBirmingham Vegans started over a decade ago as a group to connect and grow the vegan community and build the vegan movement here and beyond. We have over 4\,800 Facebook followers\, over 1\,500 Meetup members\, and over 2\,900 Instagram followers. Birmingham is a special city with so much energy for progress\, and it has been exciting to see veganism grow alongside all the amazing things happening here. \nBirmingham Vegans has hosted hundreds of gatherings highlighting vegan entrepreneurs\, leaders\, educators\, and creators. We’ve put on festivals (in person and online)\, held regular meetups at restaurants\, invited the public into our homes for potlucks\, organized hiking and kayaking adventures\, held picnics\, conducted canned food drives\, and featured chef demonstrations\, vegan-themed films\, supported local sanctuaries by volunteering and donations\, and talks from authors.\nMessage us on social media if you are interested in volunteer\, vendor\, or sponsorship opportunities with the Birmingham Vegan Fest. \nEveryone is invited to attend—vegan\, veg-curious\, omnivore\, or whatever—so bring your friends who will be amazed at how delicious vegan food can be! This is a kid-friendly event\, and you can bring your animal companions\, too! Veganism is booming in Birmingham\, so come on out and see on May 3rd!\nPlease sign up here and/ or on the Meetup app to let us and our vendors know that you will be there!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-vegan-fest-spring-2026/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Co.\, 4500 5th Ave South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Beer,Community,Events,Festival,Festivals,Food Trucks,Health and Wellness,In-Person Events,Local Events,Music,Natural Heritage Event,sip & shop,Sustainability,Volunteer Opportunities,Walk,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Experience a Birmingham Tradition at the Art in the Village Spring Show
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for the perfect way to spend a Saturday in the Birmingham area look no further than the annual Mountain Brook Art Association Art in the Village Spring Show. This long standing community tradition takes place on Saturday\, May 2nd right in the heart of Crestline Village in Mountain Brook. For decades this event has brought together local artists and art lovers for a day of creativity inside City Hall and on the grassy lawn of City Hall. \nWhether you are a local resident or visiting from out of town\, this outdoor art market is a fantastic way to experience the local culture of Mountain Brook. You can stroll through the village after exploring a curated selection of original paintings all created by talented local artists. It is a family friendly and free event that offers a unique look at the creative spirit of Alabama. Join us from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM for a beautiful day of art and community.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/experience-a-birmingham-tradition-at-the-art-in-the-village-spring-show/
LOCATION:Mountain Brook City Hall 56 Church Street Mountain Brook\, AL 35213\, 109 Mountain Brook Park Dr\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Festival
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SUMMARY:Mahjong in the Hills
DESCRIPTION:A Social Mahjong Event to Kick Off the Dogwood Festival! \nGrab your card\, gather your friends\, and join us for a fun morning of Mahjong in the Hills! Whether you’re a seasoned player or love the game\, this social play event is all about great company\, good vibes\, and celebrating the start of the Dogwood Festival. \nSchedule\n9am- Check-in/Meet & Greet\n9:30am – Play Begins \nKnow Before You Go\nPlease bring your 2025 American Mahjong League card\nThis is a social play event—no pressure\, just fun\nEach table decides how they want to play\nMahjong sets provided for single players\nTables must bring their own Mahjong sets \nRegistration\nOpen until February 18\n$50 per single player\n$175 for a table of 4
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/mahjong-in-the-hills/
LOCATION:Vestavia Hills Civic Center\, 1975 Merryvale Road\, Vestavia Hills\, AL\, 35216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Festival,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Shred Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Clear the Clutter. Protect Your Identity. Join Us for a FREE Community Shred Event! Documents Only – NO LIMIT!\nNovember 22\, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Faulkner University\, Birmingham Campus located at 4524 Southlake Pkwy\, Birmingham\, AL\nHosted by REMAX Advantage and our dedicate agents with the support of our amazing sponsors.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/community-shred-fest-2025/
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Festival,Local Events,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T210000
DTSTAMP:20251020T202911Z
CREATED:20251020T202911Z
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Número 23
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 2\, 2025 | 1 to 9 p.m.\nSloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark\, 20 32nd St. N.\, Birmingham\, AL \nJoin Bare Hands for its 23rd annual Día de los Muertos festival—one of the Southeast’s most vibrant cultural Day of the Dead celebrations. This immersive event transforms historic Sloss Furnaces into a space filled with color\, art\, music\, and remembrance.\nFestival highlights include large-scale art installations\, handcrafted altars (ofrendas)\, parade puppets\, papier-mâché masks\, face painting\, and a memorial roll call honoring loved ones who have passed. Guests will enjoy live performances from mariachi\, folklórico dancers\, Aztec traditions\, spoken word artists\, a lively second-line procession led by a New Orleans–style brass band and headlining band Grupo Retro. The evening also features Latin-American cuisine\, a bustling art market with local artists and vendors\, and community art activities for all ages. \nGracious sponsors include title sponsor Rubio Law Firm and Patrón Tequila\, Bacardi Rum\, Tequila Cazadores\, Tito’s Handmade Vodka\, Buffalo Rock/Pepsi\, Estrella Jalisco\, Michelob Ultra\, Sanofi\, Counselor Hunter Williams\, District 5 Birmingham City Council\, Renewal by Anderson\, Mi Pueblo Supermarket\, Champion\, T-Mobile\,and US Army. Media Partners: La Jefa and Latino News. \n🎟️ Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 day-of | Children 12 & under free\n🌐 Details & tickets: barehandsinc.org/ddlm
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dia-de-los-muertos-numero-23/
LOCATION:Sloss Furnaces\, 20 32nd St N\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20250820T184154Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Over Water
DESCRIPTION:The celebrated wine festival offers wine enthusiasts an evening of curated tastings\, small bites created by top chefs\, and entertainment.\nThis year\, Wine Over Water transforms Renaissance Park into a magical wonderland with enchanting atmospheric lighting and views of the historic Walnut and Market Street bridges.\nPlease visit our website for the most up-to-date information\, including food and entertainment offerings.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/wine-over-water/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Wine Tasting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
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CREATED:20250902T201129Z
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SUMMARY:St Symeon Orthodox Church Food & Culture Fair
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual St. Symeon Food & Culture Fair will be October 18 from 9-3 at St. Symeon\nOrthodox Church. Guests are invited to shop for baked goods and gifts\, enjoy hot lunch\nfoods\, tour the church\, hear the choir\, learn about church art and architecture\, and more!\nThe worship space at St. Symeon is entirely covered in floor-to-ceiling iconographic murals\,\nand guests can tour the church throughout the event. There will be three programs inside\nthe church this year: a new-for-2025 talk about church architecture at 10:15 a.m.; the\nalways highly anticipated choir concert at 11 a.m.; and the popular annual “What is\nIconography?” talk at 1 p.m.\nThe outdoor marketplace tent this year features six booths: the Middle Eastern Market; the\nBalkan Bakery; Babushka’s Kitchen; Southern Sweets & Savories; Cafe Europa; and\, new\nthis year\, Moana Munchies\, featuring Polynesian foods. The booths will have baked goods\nand other food items as well as art and other gifts. Guests will not want to miss the Opa!\nKabana loukoumades tent\, where church members will be serving up made-to-order Greek\nhoney puffs (a/k/a Hot Greek Donuts).\nAs always\, homemade pierogi will be available hot in the lunch line\, as will the large\nsausage rolls — hoagie rolls stuffed full of sausage and kraut. Frozen homemade pierogi are\nalso available by the dozen. The bookstore and gift shop will be open inside the church’s\nfellowship hall as well. All are invited to visit St. Symeon for this fun event! \nAddress: 3101 Clairmont Ave\, Birmingham\, AL 35205
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/st-symeon-orthodox-church-food-culture-fair/
CATEGORIES:Community,Downtown,Events,Family Days,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Family Tours,Featured Event,Festival,Festivals,Fun Outside,In-Person Events,Local Events,Meet & Greet,Mini-festivals,Music,Open House,Religious,Special Event,Special Speaker,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T233000
DTSTAMP:20250825T163534Z
CREATED:20250825T163534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T163534Z
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SUMMARY:Tall Bike Joust XIII
DESCRIPTION:Sixteen jousters will risk life and limb for your entertainment\, but only one will emerge victorious!\nJoin us for the 13th annual Tall Bike Joust Competition to benefit two local non-profits – Athletic Alabama and Redemptive Cycles!\n4-7pm – Fun and games including – Tarot card readings\, keg jousting\, keg tossing\, freak bike races\, and more!\n4-4:45pm – Meet and greet with the jousters! Take photos and get your poster signed!\n7pm – Tall Bike Joust Opening Ceremony!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/tall-bike-joust-xiii/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Company\, 4500 5th Ave S Building C\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biking,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Party With A Purpose!,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T170000
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CREATED:20250911T162505Z
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SUMMARY:The 54th Kentuck Festival of the Arts
DESCRIPTION:The Kentuck Festival of the Arts is an annual event that celebrates creativity\, culture\, and community in Tuscaloosa\, Alabama. Held at Snow Hinton Park\, this nationally recognized festival attracts over 15\,000 visitors from across the country for a weekend filled with inspiring art\, live entertainment\, and hands-on experiences. \nThis 2-day event features:\n-270+ artists with a variety of artistic styles ranging from folk to contemporary arts and traditional craft\n-live music\n-spoken word performances\n-kids’ activities like tie dye\, clay\, drawing\, paper marbling\, and Chinese calligraphy\n-craft demonstrations\n-food trucks\n-local craft beer \nThe Kentuck Festival is a renowned art festival recognized both locally and nationally as one of the best in the country:\n-Named a top ten event to attend by the Alabama Department of Tourism\n-Voted “Best of Bama” by Alabama Magazine in 2018 and 2024\n-Featured in popular magazines like Smithsonian\, Southern Living\, and National Geographic Traveler\n-Ranked 5th in the nation for classic and contemporary craft shows in 2018 by Sunshine Artist Magazine \nDETAILS:\nTickets are $15/day\, or $25 for a weekend pass. Children 12 and under get in free.\nEvent address: Snow Hinton Park (21st Street E entrance) Tuscaloosa\, AL 35405 \n​Proceeds from the Kentuck Festival of the Arts support the following year’s festival and fund Kentuck Art Center’s year-round programming. Kentuck Art Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with locations in Northport and Tuscaloosa\, Alabama.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/the-54th-kentuck-festival-of-the-arts/2025-10-11/2/
LOCATION:Tuscaloosa\, AL\, Tuscaloosa\, 35401-35407\, 35485-35487\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festival
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